Sox and Sandals Podcast

This episode was recorded on 9/11/2018. The crazy thing is, when the original 9/11 happened (2001) I was in this man's class and we watched it on TV. Fast forward 17 years later and we happen to record this episode on the anniversary of this monumental tragedy. We talk Trump, Kaep, colonization/white supremacy, black liberation, etc. For any questions or responses hit me on Twitter or Instagram @sxsndls

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This is the final installment of the Comrade Conversation series with my brothers. We go out on at monumental time in our society. This week Nike named Colin Kaepernick as the face of their 30th anniversary of the "Just Do it" campaign, along with a new deal that includes his own apparel/shoe line through Nike. Salute to Kaep on his positively affecting the country on behalf of "black" people in America. Salute to Nike for being on the right side of history and keeping the same energy through tribulation. We also, discuss some controversial comments shared at Aretha Franklin's funeral by Pastor Jasper Williams Jr. He had some strong words about how to turn "black America" around, and why black lives don't matter. Hope y'all enjoy!

The comrades discussed black culture this week. It's amazing that in America we all have our own definition of what we perceive black culture to be. So, we bounced ideas about what it is, who owns it, what its value is, etc. Also, we debated how important the word n*gga is to black culture. Can we function without that word?

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Terrance Hayes

Paul Henry Grice III

@peace_and_prosperity86 - IG

Music:

"Faux Pas" (Sox and Sandals Theme Song)

- Artist: Shaun Lamott @lamottspeaks

- Producer: @tonejonez

In this week’s episode the comrades are officially together in the flesh! Terrance, Paul and I discuss the value of winning an argument and/or getting your way in marriage (from the male perspective of course). Terrance and I have somewhat of a veteran point of view while Paul has been married for a matter of months, so you can imagine the answers will go in all sorts of directions... We also discuss the value of giving solutions to your wife’s “issues/problems” with her friends and coworkers. Y’all might already know the answer to that one huh? Lol, enjoy!

Welcome to part 1 of 4 of the 'Comrade Conversations' series. In each episode we intend to have at least 3 or 4 black men speaking on topics the revolve mainly around marriage/relationships. In this week's episode I had my guy Terrance Hayes join me. Our other comrade Paul Henry Grice III joined us briefly on FB live before he was abruptly checked by his wife and he had to hop off the livestream (lol, just joking bro...)but we tackled the question, "What is it like being married to a black woman while living in a predominantly white city?" Listen and enjoy!

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Terrance Hayes

Music:

"Faux Pas" (Sox and Sandals Theme Song)

- Artist: Shaun Lamott @lamottspeaks

- Producer: @tonejonez

This week I am joined by one of the most talented lyricists in the country, let alone Portland, OR. More importantly, this brotha is all heart off the mic and has a mission to positively impact people by any means necessary. Mighty has an event called Laced Up PDX, which he plans to give away 200 brand new shoes to kids in the Portland metro area, and that's just the beginning. Portland Hip Hop Day 2018 is coming up soon. Mighty and I share stories of PDX Hip Hop legend Starchile... Tap in and enjoy!

I promise that you have never heard Christianity broke down like this! Ride with me as Orlando Williams educates us on the original Christians, the Hebrew Israelites...

Show notes:

- What does the title of Hebrew Israelite mean? (8:30)

- The problematic disparity that Orlando recognized pertaining to the promises of scripture for Christians and the treatment of African Americans, who seem to be primarily of Christian belief (11:33).

- Digging into Deuteronomy 28 (23:38)

- Juxtaposition of an account by Pastor Eric Mason, who said that the curses of Deuteronomy 28 have already passed (30:36).

- The true biblical definition for who a Gentile is (39:46)

- The importance of distinguishing the the definition of who is truly Jewish by heritage/history vs Religion i.e. Judaism (44:30).

- All Jews are Israelites, not all Israelites are Jews (48:40).

- The meaning of life for a Hebrew Israelite (53:50).

- Following the Torah and Christ (57:00).

- If you are already a Christian, why would one need to hang on to a title of Hebrew Israelite if we are all supposed to be “One in Christ?” (1:07:45)

- The basis of morality for a Hebrew Israelite (1:17:30).

- In the Bible is there a justified reason for killing others? (1:24:15)

- The difference between murder, and manslaughter (1:27:20). Manslaughter = Killing on accident. Murder = Premeditated killing.

- New Covenant believers (Christ followers) relationship to the Levitical laws (1:33:47)

- Connecting the Hebrew Israelite diaspora in 70 AD to their extraction from the West-coast of Africa 1,400-1500 years later. Extraction via transatlantic slave trade. (1:37:00)

- Black folks in America • how how we fought for integration and presently fight for validation from our oppressors (1:49:30)

- An explanation of how the 1804 Haitian revolution could still fit into the narrative of all those involved in the transatlantic slave trade being from Hebrew Israelite descent (1:51:40)

- A suggestion for thought, speech and action against white supremacy for a Hebrew Israelite (1:57:00)

- When does the curse stop? (2:03:26)

- The final destiny for Hebrew Israelites and Christ followers (2:06:30)

- Orlando’s Fab 5 (2:15:00)

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Orlando Williams

Music:

Faux Pas

- Artist: @shaunlamott

- Producer: @tonejonez

Neva Can (Instrumental)

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

Diamonds N’ Pearls

- Artists @shaunlamott @justoncoleman Alex Stephens

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

In this week’s episode I am joined by Oba Odu aka Señor Africano. When it comes to the psychedelic experience, even you think you know, you really have no idea, unless you’ve experienced it. The stories and the details that Oba shares will fundamentally change whatever outlook you my have had when it comes to taking mushrooms and what that experience entails. I am so grateful for Oba’s transparency and clarity in this conversation. I hope y’all enjoy!

Oba is the host of the Effabl Radio Show on every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 8pm-10pm on KBOO 90.7 FM in Portland, Or. Effabl Radio speaks on the events that affect the African diaspora in art, culture, and television. They speak on the social constructs that shape our paths to love. as well as other aspects of interpersonal communicating. Effabl Radio hopes to foster a dialogue that can be taken further than any other radio show to date!

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Oba Odu

@obabalu - IG

@effabl - Twitter

Music:

Faux Pas

- Artist: @shaunlamott

- Producer: @tonejonez

Neva Can (Instrumental)

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

Diamonds N’ Pearls

- Artists @shaunlamott @justoncoleman Alex Stephens

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

In this week’s episode I am joined by former titan of Northwest hip hop, Hanif Collins fka Luck-One. We talked life, business, hip hop, and Islam. Hanif broke down what it means to be a true muslim, what is permissible and non-permissible, yoga pants, repentance, Moses, Ishmael, Jesus, Muhammed, Jihad, abundance etc. Also, he explained origin, meaning, morality and destiny, as it pertains to Islam.

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Hanif Collins

Hanifthebarber.com

Music:

Faux Pas

- Artist: @shaunlamott

- Producer: @tonejonez

Neva Can (Instrumental)

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

Diamonds N’ Pearls

- Artists @shaunlamott @justoncoleman Alex Stephens

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

In this episode I have the pleasure of flowing with Ms. Zalayshia Jackson. Zay shared her journey to self-awareness with its high's and low's, trials and tribulations, but most of all, learning to follow her gut/intuition. As simple is that may sound, there is lots of nuance, so that's why this is a must listen! Also, you DO NOT want to miss the story that she tells around the 1:30:00 mark... Enjoy!

Host:

Emmanuel Williams

@emmanuelsince85 - IG

@SXSNDLS - IG and Twitter

Guest:

Zalayshia Jackson

@zay_lay8 - IG

Music:

Faux Pas

- Artist: @shaunlamott

- Producer: @tonejonez

Neva Can (Instrumental)

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85

Diamonds N’ Pearls

- Artists @shaunlamott @justoncoleman Alex Stephens

- Producer: @emmanuelsince85